With three years as sales and marketing manager at a self-build timber company Lisa Murray was ready for a change.

The 30-year-old got her chance when Dutch company Ad Hoc Property Management decided to open a Glasgow office.

Murray was tasked with introducing the brand and its unusual business model into the Scottish industry.

She said: "The Ad Hoc approach works by placing trained guardians to live on a non-tenancy basis within empty buildings, as an alternative method of security whilst offering people much needed affordable short-term housing.

"The scheme is incredibly successful in England and in other parts of Europe, its now starting to create interest here in Scotland.

"It's a brilliant business concept and its a win-win situation for all parties involved. We've had such a positive response from our clients and guardians, it's really important for us to build upon these relationships."

Murray has a packed working week but hard work doesn't phase her.

She said: "A typical week is a busy one with meetings and generally getting out there and chatting to public bodies and private business owners, everyday is a learning curve for me.

"I worked in London for a number of years so I understand pressure and the fast pace of my industry. You have to keep up."